MDU Construction Manager, Telecom Construction

MDU Construction Manager, Telecom Construction

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK ()
• Construction

Full-time

TAK Broadband is a leading end-to-end U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. It builds more than just networks; it connects communities to new valuable digital opportunities. TAK offers comprehensive service solutions, from construction to drops to fulfillment. TAK’s ecosystem of partners allows it to successfully complete every project starting from the first point of conception. This includes engineering teams, distributors, and more than 100 qualified construction crews with extensive experience across all ISP types and markets;

over 300 experienced bury drop crews; and more than 700 professional technicians.

We are seeking a Construction Manager to oversee our MDU projects with our Pre-Construction team. In this role you will lead and manage all aspects of utility construction for the MDU OSP & ISP projects overseeing site planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation.

This same position will be posted in several locations - no need to apply for all as there is just one open position

• Full Time

• Paid Weekly

• Compensation: $100K - $125K annually, DOE

• Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) with Company Match!

• 25K Company Paid Life Insurance

• Independent Work & Team Collaboration

• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!

• Lead and manage all aspects of fiber splicing and testing for MDU telecom projects

• Oversee site planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation

• Responsible for administration, training, and development of all field personnel, including hiring, mentoring, evaluating, and performance improvement

• Represent a clear understanding of fiber design, splicing matrix sheets and documentation requirements and communicate that understanding effectively daily

• Manage contract resources as necessary to supplement project needs

• Manage and coordinate outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) construction/fiber splicing using both in-house and contract resources to accomplish assigned projects

• Coordinate field survey of existing or proposed outside plant installations including aerial and underground network facilities and associated infrastructure

• Lead and model effective troubleshooting systems as necessary in the restoration of plant issues

• Responsible for meeting QC standards as well as budgetary requirements

• Ensure system compliance to NCTA, FCC regulations and IQ Fiber’s minimum operating specifications

• Manage relationships with external contractors, vendors and suppliers, ensure alignment with project requirements and company standards

• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, construction drawings, fiber as-builts, fiber workbooks, test docs, and change orders

• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, provide regular updates on project status, milestones and budgetary considerations

• Serve as on-call management and respond to end-to-end OSP needs in the event of a service impairment or outage

• Travel to project sites throughout region +/- 75% annually

• Work a flexible schedule with varied hours; some evenings and weekends as needed

• Other duties as assigned

• 7+ years of experience in a fiber telecommunications construction environment specifically with multi-dwelling units (MDU's) for both OSP and ISP construction and installation (ROW, private easement and inside wiring)

• Advanced knowledge in underground and aerial telecom construction techniques

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Proficient knowledge of optical networks

• Experienced in construction estimating

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Excel, Word and Outlook

• Ability to work outside of business hours as needed; overtime, holidays, evenings, weekends, emergency schedules for natural disasters and network outages etc., in all seasons

• Ability to handle unexcepted emergencies, having company communication equipment available

• Strong ability to complete tasks with small components, identify colors, strong depth perception with good hand-eye coordination

• Ability to use…